Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL, unveiled Speros FL as the name of its planned 775-acre global innovation center in Pasco County, Florida. The word Speros is a derivative of the Latin verb, “Sperare,” meaning “to hope” or to “look forward to.” Grounded by principles of accelerated advancement, collaboration, and high-quality care, Speros represents the future of revolutionary cancer treatment at Moffitt, South Florida Hospital News reports.
Phase one is expected to begin by late 2023 with the construction of the first 650,000 square feet.
The state government has pledged $706 million for the project through 2053. Read more.